Tween Girls: Why They Are My New Favourite Age and Stage
Sep 2, 2015
Most parents say that there was a particular age and stage in their child’s life that they enjoyed most. I’ve always identified as a “baby” person. If there
Parenting
5 Easy Back to School Goals
Aug 27, 2015
That time of year has hit again and while we’re busy getting kids organized for back to school, I’m reminding myself of some goals that will help all
Take Action: How You Can Raise Active Kids
Jun 26, 2015
New parents are often exhausted from ‘chasing their kids’ around, but somewhere between toddlerhood and the teen years, kids slow WAY down. While it is true that there
Why I Haven’t Had a Date Night in 12 years
Jun 3, 2015
I recently experienced something very new and different. For the first time in over 12 years, I had a night away from the kids with Daddy-o.
Yes. The first time in over 12 years.
The Ten Minute Moment
May 26, 2015
We’ll be celebrating my daughter’s fifth birthday, an important milestone, in just a few short weeks. But we experienced another major event in her life just three weeks
Surviving the kids’ birthday party
Mar 6, 2015
March is birthday month in my life. March brings birthdays for both me and Mabel’s Labels. I also have a daughter with a birthday this month. I recently had a parent ask if I had any birthday party activity suggestions.
Parenting Teens & Tweens: Tips & Tricks
Mar 6, 2015
Last week I was picking up my daughters from dance class, and was greeted by some stressed out mothers who had recently been experiencing a bit of “tween girl hormonal rage”. Considering my girls are ages 9, 12 and 13, they figured I might have some experiences and advice to share.
What I Learned About My Kids on Instagram
Feb 4, 2015
For all you social media types, I have to admit I was a little late to the party when it came to Instagram. For those who don’t know what Instagram is, it’s basically like Twitter but with photos – and it’s a favourite social networking site for teens and tweens.
The Poopy Little Puppy
Jan 22, 2015
When I got talked into getting a dog almost 2 years ago, I really didn’t know what I was getting myself into. Growing up, I had never had a dog. Heck, I don’t think I had ever properly petted a dog. But I signed up, got our puppy and, honestly, I can’t imagine our family without him now.
10 Fall Foods Your Family Should Try
Nov 13, 2014
Fall is a great time to explore the fruits and vegetable aisles at the grocery store or farmers market; so many varieties of squashes and colourful root vegetables await discovery.
Dinner time Debates: How to Take the Stress out of Supper
Aug 26, 2014
People often ask what it is like to feed half dozen kids. Feeding families can be a “thing” and many parents report that dinner time can be the most stressful time of the day.
When One Parent Travels … A Lot
Aug 13, 2014
For the last 2.5 years, Daddy-o has been a FIFO (Fly In, Fly Out) Father. His current client requires that he be onsite during the week so as
Surviving Sixteen Years and Six Kids
Jul 30, 2014
I recently celebrated my 16th wedding anniversary to Daddy-o. When I say “celebrated,” I actually just mean that we both “remembered.” It has been a busy sixteen years and I’d be lying if I said we’ve actually remembered all of our anniversaries.
5 Tips To Keep Kids Active All Summer
Jul 16, 2014
Schools Out! While kids are jumping for joy, parents all over the neighbourhood are wondering what the heck they are going to do to keep the kids busy all summer!
Sticks and Stones -The Power of Words
Jul 16, 2014
Words are powerful. My dad was an English teacher and word junkie so we were always taught to use our words carefully. The lesson has stuck with me and I have found…
How To Tell Kids They’re Not Getting What They Want With Positive Discipline
Jul 2, 2014
I have a busy house full of my kids, their friends, neighbourhood kids, and an assorted number of random drop-ins. I’d rather not sound like the meanest mommy on the block, so I have a few key phrases that allow me to say “NO WAY” to my kids, without using those exact words.
What you CAN Say to a Parent of a Child with Autism
Jun 18, 2014
There are often discussions about what NOT to say to parents about their children with autism. I wrote about it myself – how some innocent questions and comments can actually be painful for a mama raising a child with autism. Although well meaning, some comments have the opposite of the intended effect.
How to Light up your Backyard Party
Jun 4, 2014
Every year, we host a big Victoria Day fireworks party. For my American friends – this means that yes, we celebrate the birthday of a long dead English Queen, but we’ll take our holidays where we can get them.
Tween Girls: Why They Are My New Favourite Age and Stage
Sep 2, 2015
Most parents say that there was a particular age and stage in their child’s life that they enjoyed most. I’ve always identified as a “baby” person. If there is
5 Easy Back to School Goals
Aug 27, 2015
That time of year has hit again and while we’re busy getting kids organized for back to school, I’m reminding myself of some goals that will help all of
Take Action: How You Can Raise Active Kids
Jun 26, 2015
New parents are often exhausted from ‘chasing their kids’ around, but somewhere between toddlerhood and the teen years, kids slow WAY down. While it is true that there is
Why I Haven’t Had a Date Night in 12 years
Jun 3, 2015
I recently experienced something very new and different. For the first time in over 12 years, I had a night away from the kids with Daddy-o.
Yes. The first time in over 12 years.
The Ten Minute Moment
May 26, 2015
We’ll be celebrating my daughter’s fifth birthday, an important milestone, in just a few short weeks. But we experienced another major event in her life just three weeks ago.
Surviving the kids’ birthday party
Mar 6, 2015
March is birthday month in my life. March brings birthdays for both me and Mabel’s Labels. I also have a daughter with a birthday this month. I recently had a parent ask if I had any birthday party activity suggestions.
Parenting Teens & Tweens: Tips & Tricks
Mar 6, 2015
Last week I was picking up my daughters from dance class, and was greeted by some stressed out mothers who had recently been experiencing a bit of “tween girl hormonal rage”. Considering my girls are ages 9, 12 and 13, they figured I might have some experiences and advice to share.
What I Learned About My Kids on Instagram
Feb 4, 2015
For all you social media types, I have to admit I was a little late to the party when it came to Instagram. For those who don’t know what Instagram is, it’s basically like Twitter but with photos – and it’s a favourite social networking site for teens and tweens.
The Poopy Little Puppy
Jan 22, 2015
When I got talked into getting a dog almost 2 years ago, I really didn’t know what I was getting myself into. Growing up, I had never had a dog. Heck, I don’t think I had ever properly petted a dog. But I signed up, got our puppy and, honestly, I can’t imagine our family without him now.
10 Fall Foods Your Family Should Try
Nov 13, 2014
Fall is a great time to explore the fruits and vegetable aisles at the grocery store or farmers market; so many varieties of squashes and colourful root vegetables await discovery.
Dinner time Debates: How to Take the Stress out of Supper
Aug 26, 2014
People often ask what it is like to feed half dozen kids. Feeding families can be a “thing” and many parents report that dinner time can be the most stressful time of the day.
When One Parent Travels … A Lot
Aug 13, 2014
For the last 2.5 years, Daddy-o has been a FIFO (Fly In, Fly Out) Father. His current client requires that he be onsite during the week so as such,
Surviving Sixteen Years and Six Kids
Jul 30, 2014
I recently celebrated my 16th wedding anniversary to Daddy-o. When I say “celebrated,” I actually just mean that we both “remembered.” It has been a busy sixteen years and I’d be lying if I said we’ve actually remembered all of our anniversaries.
5 Tips To Keep Kids Active All Summer
Jul 16, 2014
Schools Out! While kids are jumping for joy, parents all over the neighbourhood are wondering what the heck they are going to do to keep the kids busy all summer!
Sticks and Stones -The Power of Words
Jul 16, 2014
Words are powerful. My dad was an English teacher and word junkie so we were always taught to use our words carefully. The lesson has stuck with me and I have found…
How To Tell Kids They’re Not Getting What They Want With Positive Discipline
Jul 2, 2014
I have a busy house full of my kids, their friends, neighbourhood kids, and an assorted number of random drop-ins. I’d rather not sound like the meanest mommy on the block, so I have a few key phrases that allow me to say “NO WAY” to my kids, without using those exact words.
What you CAN Say to a Parent of a Child with Autism
Jun 18, 2014
There are often discussions about what NOT to say to parents about their children with autism. I wrote about it myself – how some innocent questions and comments can actually be painful for a mama raising a child with autism. Although well meaning, some comments have the opposite of the intended effect.
How to Light up your Backyard Party
Jun 4, 2014
Every year, we host a big Victoria Day fireworks party. For my American friends – this means that yes, we celebrate the birthday of a long dead English Queen, but we’ll take our holidays where we can get them.
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